I have the kings 200w blanket and your findings are pretty much exactly what mine does. Even tilted in good sun it doesn't do much over 60 watts on average. Im going to chuck it and get the kings 250w foldable panel
I really liked this test, we just bought a small caravan and i would love to setup solar with a Bluetti power station, we are limited on weight so i was looking at installing semi flexible on the roof but a good one is about $350. I thought i would do a cost and rated percentage comparison based on your tests, to equal the field i found kings packages that included solar controllers' and extension lead. Kings 120w Blanket $202 - 60% Rated Output - $2.80 Per Watt Kings 200w Blanket $229 - 61% Rated Output - $1.87 Per Watt Kings 250w Folding $249 - 76% Rated Output - 1.30 Per Watt HardKorr 300w Blanket $649 - 63% Rated Output - $3.39 Per Watt Bluetti MP200 Semi Folding - $649 + $60 Kings Controller - 96% rated Output - $3.69 Per Watt Not sure if this helps people decide but you can't beat $1.30 a watt if you can handle the weight and size, the Bluetti even though more expensive i think you are getting much better value
Thanks for this, re-affirms my decision to buy the folding kings one on EOFY sale atm. From my research the bang for back can't be beat currently. The Bluetti at triple the price (1/7/2024) is just not worth it.
Just come across your channel, great review and compassions. I had a budget solar panel, the worst decision I made, couldn’t keep the battery charged and the beer cold. I’ve since purchased the Bluetti MP200, it’s fantastic in every way.
giday on this i have a kings 160w fixed panel chargeing a bluetti ac180 but when the imput wattage goes or holds over 125watt it is cutting out the bms on the bluetti i hear a click turns off and then restarts again have you heard of this issue thanks.
@@ado6770 hey mate! I have not. It sounds like the panel is under performing, probably producing too low or a voltage. Either test it with an inline power meter or maybe try and replace the panel under warranty.
Thanks for vid Eddie. I recently purchased MP200 on sale for $599, was tossing up with EcoFlow’s 220w bifacial but decided to save myself $150 and pair bluetti panel with an A70 power station. I think ecoflow and renogy panels would be good to review. Cheers
Hey mate thanks for the video i have a bluetti ac200l and bought a 250w kings folding solar panel max it has pulled is 148w it start pulling 148w around 9 in the morning but doesnt go over 148w in cold day or very hot day thats a macimum it goes. I live in brokenhill nsw do you thinks its not a good unit that i got or is is something else? I also tried my mates 200w kings folding panel it pulled maximum 67w i tried everything pulling up down thats the max it pulled
Hey mate, could be a couple of things, firstly most lithium battery systems will slow down their charge speed after 80% state of charge. So if the battery is say 36% it should charge faster than on 97%. It could also be ambient temperature, the BMS (battery management system) will also slow the charge if the unit is too hot in an effort to preserve the life span on the battery. Also make sure the unit isn't set to silent charge which can also slow the speeds
Eddie excellent review well done Sir and I just became a brand new subscriber with a big thumbs up for you ! My only problem being over in the USA is getting my hands on the King 250 watt fold able suitcase unit ? Also did a quick check on ebay nothing that's a shame say while I have your attention are you ever going to be doing a review on the Bluetti PV 420 watt solar panel ? Dang PV 420 is out of stock in the USA must be pretty good panel !
Eddie I have to keep on with the ebay circus because I have a number of ebay credits in hand that I have stored up and nothing at the time on ebay. @@Eddie_Turbo
I don’t know why more people aren’t suggesting buying 2 cheap panels and running them in parallel. For example 2 cheap kings 120w in parallel can still pull good amps for just over $200
Not a bad idea mate, I think the only draw back would be if there was a fault in one, or one wasn't producing much voltage, it would adversely affect the total input.
My Bluetti MP200 panel never produced more than 140-145W on a cold winter sunny day in Sydney. On summer, the max under the direct sun you can get is ~120W. It loses efficiency due to heat a lot. Bad choice The review is not accurate
@@BanderivetsDownUnder it's not a lab test nor a test in all conditions. If you watch the video, It was a test where all the conditions were the same for all panels. What are you using you MP200 with?
@@BanderivetsDownUnder a lot of solar panels do that mate, it's not exclusive to one brand or another. That's why all the lab tests/ratings are conducted at 25deg Celsius
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I have the kings 200w blanket and your findings are pretty much exactly what mine does. Even tilted in good sun it doesn't do much over 60 watts on average. Im going to chuck it and get the kings 250w foldable panel
@@SgtGunny-gz5hg yeha it's disappointing, Kings have always been hit and miss, the problem is when it's miss, they don't want to know you 😂
@@Eddie_Turbo I would have to say I reckon the ombudsman would get a lot of referrals to kings 😂😂
@@SgtGunny-gz5hg haha 100% they would!
I really liked this test, we just bought a small caravan and i would love to setup solar with a Bluetti power station, we are limited on weight so i was looking at installing semi flexible on the roof but a good one is about $350.
I thought i would do a cost and rated percentage comparison based on your tests, to equal the field i found kings packages that included solar controllers' and extension lead.
Kings 120w Blanket $202 - 60% Rated Output - $2.80 Per Watt
Kings 200w Blanket $229 - 61% Rated Output - $1.87 Per Watt
Kings 250w Folding $249 - 76% Rated Output - 1.30 Per Watt
HardKorr 300w Blanket $649 - 63% Rated Output - $3.39 Per Watt
Bluetti MP200 Semi Folding - $649 + $60 Kings Controller - 96% rated Output - $3.69 Per Watt
Not sure if this helps people decide but you can't beat $1.30 a watt if you can handle the weight and size, the Bluetti even though more expensive i think you are getting much better value
This is awesome! Thanks for sharing mate.
Thanks for this, re-affirms my decision to buy the folding kings one on EOFY sale atm. From my research the bang for back can't be beat currently. The Bluetti at triple the price (1/7/2024) is just not worth it.
Thanks for the massive effort Eddie, I’ve just purchased an AC 70 so it looks like Bluetti no regretti.
Haha thanks mate! You'll be wrapped.
Great detailed comparison review.
Thank you John!
Just come across your channel, great review and compassions. I had a budget solar panel, the worst decision I made, couldn’t keep the battery charged and the beer cold. I’ve since purchased the Bluetti MP200, it’s fantastic in every way.
Thanks mate, I totally agree with you. "Buy once cry once"
Thanks so much for the detailed review! Video very well done!!!❤❤❤
@@overmaydayliu1076 thanks mate!!
giday on this i have a kings 160w fixed panel chargeing a bluetti ac180 but when the imput wattage goes or holds over 125watt it is cutting out the bms on the bluetti i hear a click turns off and then restarts again have you heard of this issue thanks.
@@ado6770 hey mate! I have not. It sounds like the panel is under performing, probably producing too low or a voltage. Either test it with an inline power meter or maybe try and replace the panel under warranty.
Excellent review, thank you.
Thank you!
Mate I’m a new subscriber. great review. Very informative. Thank you!
Thanks mate!!!
Thanks for vid Eddie. I recently purchased MP200 on sale for $599, was tossing up with EcoFlow’s 220w bifacial but decided to save myself $150 and pair bluetti panel with an A70 power station. I think ecoflow and renogy panels would be good to review. Cheers
Thanks mate! I would love to get my hands on some and do a deep dive comparison between them!
Hey mate thanks for the video i have a bluetti ac200l and bought a 250w kings folding solar panel max it has pulled is 148w it start pulling 148w around 9 in the morning but doesnt go over 148w in cold day or very hot day thats a macimum it goes. I live in brokenhill nsw do you thinks its not a good unit that i got or is is something else? I also tried my mates 200w kings folding panel it pulled maximum 67w i tried everything pulling up down thats the max it pulled
Hey mate, could be a couple of things, firstly most lithium battery systems will slow down their charge speed after 80% state of charge. So if the battery is say 36% it should charge faster than on 97%. It could also be ambient temperature, the BMS (battery management system) will also slow the charge if the unit is too hot in an effort to preserve the life span on the battery. Also make sure the unit isn't set to silent charge which can also slow the speeds
Eddie excellent review well done Sir and I just became a brand new subscriber with a big thumbs up for you ! My only problem being over in the USA is getting my hands on the King 250 watt fold able suitcase unit ? Also did a quick check on ebay nothing that's a shame say while I have your attention are you ever going to be doing a review on the Bluetti PV 420 watt solar panel ? Dang PV 420 is out of stock in the USA must be pretty good panel !
Hey TKPA! Thanks for you sub!! Bugger, maybe you can try Amazon? Might even be worth emailing bluetti USA and see when they will get some in stock?
Eddie I have to keep on with the ebay circus because I have a number of ebay credits in hand that I have stored up and nothing at the time on ebay. @@Eddie_Turbo
I don’t know why more people aren’t suggesting buying 2 cheap panels and running them in parallel. For example 2 cheap kings 120w in parallel can still pull good amps for just over $200
Not a bad idea mate, I think the only draw back would be if there was a fault in one, or one wasn't producing much voltage, it would adversely affect the total input.
Great review Eddie I would be interested if you included the Itechworld 300W SOLAR BLANKET WITH RAPTOR SKIN from Itechworld in Perth W.A thanks
Thank you mate! If I can get my hands on one, I'll add it to the list of panels to try out for the next comparison!
good job. What about a 200w EcoFlo folding vs 200w Bluetti folding vs 200w Renogy folding
That's a good idea. I'll try get my hands on an @ecoflow unit!
All the blankets will fail at the folding seams.
The soft blankets yes. The semi rigid ones should last a little while longer!
My Bluetti MP200 panel never produced more than 140-145W on a cold winter sunny day in Sydney. On summer, the max under the direct sun you can get is ~120W. It loses efficiency due to heat a lot. Bad choice The review is not accurate
@@BanderivetsDownUnder it's not a lab test nor a test in all conditions. If you watch the video, It was a test where all the conditions were the same for all panels. What are you using you MP200 with?
@@Eddie_Turboac60p
The problem with mp200 is getting too hot in the sun loosing efficiency a lot
@@BanderivetsDownUnder a lot of solar panels do that mate, it's not exclusive to one brand or another. That's why all the lab tests/ratings are conducted at 25deg Celsius